Community Fundraising Fills the Gaps

Patients Rising Podcast

For many patients living with chronic illness the idea of “fundraising” isn’t just a child’s bakesale to pay for a field trip, it’s a necessity to pay for life-saving treatment. On this week’s podcast we speak with Sonny Mullen, Director of Outreach at Help Hope Live, an organization that has been raising money to cover medical expenses since 1983. She explains the unique aspects of fundraising for medical care and what patients should consider.

And Terry and Bob dive into the latest healthcare headlines, including discussion of Prescription Drug Affordability Boards being implemented across the country. The name sounds good, but do they do what they say?

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Gallup News Article: Record High in U.S. Put Off Medical Care Due to Cost in 2022

The Washington Post News Article: Need a new drug? You may be asked to ‘fail’ an old drug first

Colorado Politics Opinion: Consider rare diseases with Rx affordability board | OPINION

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